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Jerky vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between jerky and cinnamon roll?

  • Jerky is richer in zinc, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B12, copper, choline, folate, and potassium, yet cinnamon roll is richer in calcium.
  • Jerky's daily need coverage for sodium is 77% higher.
  • Jerky has 15 times more zinc than cinnamon roll. Jerky has 8.11mg of zinc, while cinnamon roll has 0.53mg.
  • Cinnamon roll contains less sodium.
  • Jerky has a lower glycemic index than cinnamon roll.

We used Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) types in this comparison.

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Mineral Comparison

Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Jerky
6
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 36% 6% 53% 203% 76% 221% 174% 271% 14% 58%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 10% 55% 9% 51% 21% 14% 56% 40% 38% 71%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +264.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +485.3%
Contains more IronIron +295.6%
Contains more CopperCopper +266.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +1430.2%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +210.7%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +815%
Contains less SodiumSodium -85.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +163.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +21.5%

Vitamin Comparison

Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
Jerky
5
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 9.8% 4.5% 39% 33% 32% 9.8% 41% 124% 5.8% 101% 60%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 1% 0% 23% 0% 53% 32% 45% 20% 8.8% 20% 38% 54% 5.8%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +371.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +518.8%
Contains more FolateFolate +86.1%
Contains more CholineCholine +929.2%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +134.7%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +37%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +38.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +106.7%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +560.9%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B2 ~0.138mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Jerky
3
33% 26% 11% 23% 7%
Protein: 33.2 g
Fats: 25.6 g
Carbs: 11 g
Water: 23.36 g
Other: 6.84 g
4% 27% 49% 19%
Protein: 4.45 g
Fats: 26.61 g
Carbs: 48.6 g
Water: 18.98 g
Other: 1.36 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +646.1%
Contains more WaterWater +23.1%
Contains more OtherOther +402.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +341.8%
~equal in Fats ~26.61g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Jerky
2
47% 49% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.011 g
50% 35% 15%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.676 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -14.2%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +29.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +263.6%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Jerky Cinnamon roll
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Jerky Cinnamon roll DV% diff.
Sodium 2081mg 305mg 77%
Zinc 8.11mg 0.53mg 69%
Protein 33.2g 4.45g 58%
Iron 5.42mg 1.37mg 51%
Phosphorus 407mg 131mg 39%
Vitamin B12 0.99µg 0.16µg 35%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.011g 3.676g 18%
Choline 109.1mg 10.6mg 18%
Copper 0.227mg 0.062mg 18%
Calcium 20mg 183mg 16%
Folate 134µg 72µg 16%
Potassium 597mg 102mg 15%
Cholesterol 48mg 5mg 14%
Carbs 11g 48.6g 13%
Vitamin B6 0.179mg 0.038mg 11%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 15.2µg 11%
Magnesium 51mg 14mg 9%
Saturated fat 10.85g 12.649g 8%
Manganese 0.111mg 0.292mg 8%
Starch 16.39g 7%
Monounsaturated fat 11.305g 8.723g 6%
Vitamin B1 0.154mg 0.211mg 5%
Vitamin E 0.49mg 1.15mg 4%
Selenium 10.7µg 13µg 4%
Vitamin B3 1.732mg 2.404mg 4%
Vitamin B5 0.163mg 0.337mg 3%
Calories 410kcal 452kcal 2%
Fats 25.6g 26.61g 2%
Fiber 1.8g 1.2g 2%
Vitamin D 0.3µg 0µg 2%
Fructose 1.11g 1%
Vitamin D 11IU 0IU 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 0.3mg 0%
Net carbs 9.2g 47.4g N/A
Sugar 9g 25.7g N/A
Vitamin B2 0.142mg 0.138mg 0%
Trans fat 0.295g N/A
Tryptophan 0.068mg 0%
Threonine 0.176mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.226mg 0%
Leucine 0.41mg 0%
Lysine 0.215mg 0%
Methionine 0.104mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.264mg 0%
Valine 0.255mg 0%
Histidine 0.126mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.002g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.225g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 3.352g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Jerky Cinnamon roll
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score

The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
Jerky
23%
Cinnamon roll
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
Jerky
37%
Cinnamon roll

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jerky
Jerky is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.7g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jerky
Jerky is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.799g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll contains less Sodium (difference - 1776mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Jerky - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167536/nutrients
  2. Cinnamon roll - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167940/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.